Program Manager

Kidde Global Solutions

• $98K — $115K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree required; advanced degree preferred.
  • 4+ years of program management experience, ideally in engineered products.
  • Strong grasp of end-to-end B2B product cycles.
  • Experience in fire detection systems or similar low voltage systems is a plus.
  • Proficient in project management tools like MS Project and the O365 suite.
  • PMP Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Build and lead cross-functional project teams for assigned projects.
  • Utilize KGS processes to plan, execute, and assess project progress.
  • Establish processes for ownership, accountability, and decision-making.
  • Ensure projects are executed according to organizational standards.
  • Manage project tasks, dependencies, and priorities continuously.
  • Drive alignment and efficiency in project execution through established best practices.
  • Oversee budget planning and financial aspects of project activities.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Life and disability insurance.
  • Retirement plan with employer match.
  • Generous paid time off including vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
  • Employee assistance program (EAP) support.
Full Job Description
Program Manager

Location: Remote - Bradenton, FL

Base Salary Rate: $98,532.00 - $115,920.00

Job type: Full-time

About This Role

This role is within Global PMO and serves KGS North America and Global businesses in the capacity of Program Manager. The role is responsible for project management of assigned Programs cross-functionally using the standard project management tools, and according to KGS systems and polices. It establishes project management best practices and processes to ensure on time and quality execution of projects and strategic initiatives. Ideal candidate will have business experience, preferably in the field of engineered products and proficiency in Project Management. Good understanding of end-to-end business operations is desired, including product development, marketing, finance, manufacturing, distribution, sales and service.

Key Responsibilities
  • Build, structure and lead cross-functional project teams around assigned projects
  • Leverage KGS processes, systems and project management practices to plan, execute, monitor, and report project progress
  • Establish setup, structure and leverage processes to ensure ownership, accountability, decision making and predictable outcomes for growth plans
  • Ensure full cycle project execution in accordance with organizational standards and policies
  • Continuous follow up, prioritization and closure of project tasks and dependencies
  • Establish standard methodologies, drive visibility, alignment, speed and efficiency in project execution
  • Manage overall business case, budget planning and spend across project activities
  • Develop and maintain Risk Assessment and Mitigation plan
  • Create and maintain project documentation repository and effective team communication
  • Prepare and maintain task and cost burndown
  • Establish reporting cadence to update on key performance metrics and execution progress
  • Expertly communicate with senior management and executives


Basic Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree
  • 4+ years of experience in Program Management preferably in engineered products


Preferred Qualifications

  • BS or MS degree in Engineering, Business, Management or related field
  • Good understanding of end-to-end B2B product cycle
  • Ability to learn and adapt to fast paced business environment
  • Related experience in Fire Detection and Alarm or similar Low Voltage Systems
  • Experience and expertise in MS Project or equivalent project management tool
  • Expertise in O365 suite
  • PMP Certification


Compensation and Benefits

Individuals may be eligible for an annual performance bonus based on both individual and company's performance. The final compensation for this position will be set based on the individual's knowledge, skills, and experience as it relates to the job requirements. Kidde Global Solutions is committed to providing a competitive benefits package to our employees including medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, retirement plan, paid time off (vacation, sick, company holidays), 401(k) with employer match, EAP assistance, and more.

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